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KJ55 LOT

2007 Lotus Elise

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

103,845 mi
Last recorded103,845 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2018
Typical for 2007 Lotus Elise29,289 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ55 LOT
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2018 103,845 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2017 97,493 miles

metal under panels fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 7 Nov 2016 88,054 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 75,921 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

offside rear wheel hard to rotate

Pass 5 Nov 2014 62,589 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 50,886 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2013 50,886 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 36,623 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 8,245 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?

Based on 150,954 MOT tests across 12,302 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
1,309
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 3,173
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,131
Headlamp aim too high 3,014
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 2,630
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 1,898
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KJ55 LOT is a 2007 Lotus Elise in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2007 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 29,289 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elise fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 3,173 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KJ55 LOT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elise typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 19 years old, this Lotus Elise is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KJ55 LOT registered?

KJ55 LOT is a 2007 Lotus Elise, first registered on 13 October 2007.

Is KJ55 LOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ55 LOT shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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